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Could a bone shift with a plate screwed into it?
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Yes: The screws could come loose or the bone may eventually not heal, resulting in breakage of the plate or screws.
Answered 1/5/2019
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Yes: But only if there is failure of the plate and screws.
Answered 10/4/2016
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